India, July 8 -- A viral video by a British traveller is challenging global stereotypes about waste management in India by showcasing "Asia's Cleanest Village", Mawlynnong. Sharing his journey on Instagram, the man playfully termed the widespread belief that every part of India struggles with litter as the "biggest scam." Home to just 600 residents, the Meghalaya village maintains its pristine environment through self-made bins placed every 100 meters, designated spitting zones, and a strict ban on plastic and smoking.

"Welcome to the cleanest village in Asia. Would you have successfully guessed the country it's located in?" Robert Van Tromp wrote on Instagram while sharing a video.

He starts by saying, "This has to be the biggest scam ...